The Doctrine Of Descent And Darwinism

By Eduard Oskar Schmidt and Schmidt Schmidt

Book Overview

The Doctrine of Descent and Darwinism by Oscar Schmidt is a comprehensive exploration of the theory of evolution and its impact on society. The book delves into the history of evolutionary thought, tracing its roots from ancient philosophers to the groundbreaking work of Charles Darwin. Schmidt examines the scientific evidence for evolution and its implications for a wide range of fields, including biology, anthropology, and psychology.The author also discusses the social and cultural impact of Darwinism, including its influence on religion, politics, and ethics. He explores the controversy surrounding the theory of evolution and the resistance it has faced from various groups throughout history. Additionally, Schmidt addresses the role of race and eugenics in evolutionary theory, and the ways in which these ideas have been misused in the past.Overall, The Doctrine of Descent and Darwinism is a thought-provoking and informative examination of one of the most important scientific theories of our time. It offers a detailed analysis of the evidence for evolution, as well as a nuanced understanding of its social and cultural implications. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, the philosophy of biology, or the impact of science on society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428623167
• ISBN13: 9781428623163
• Release Date: June 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"